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Dizziness after standing results from a drop in blood pressure, but it could also be a more serious condition known as delayed orthostatic hypotension. Whether you got up too quickly from a seated or lying position, from time to time it seems that motion can cause dizziness. Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is a condition characterized by ...click here to read more

Chest pain can have a variety of causes, some more serious than others. Hence, it’s important to spot accompanying symptoms so you can narrow in on your cause and reduce the risk of complications. Chest pains are often associated with the heart issues, but they also can be a sign of lung, gastrointestinal, bone, muscle, ...click here to read more

Nuclear sclerotic cataracts are a normal part of aging, to some degree. This condition minimally interferes with vision. In nuclear cataracts, an excessive amount of light scatters, leading to a central opacity (cloudy area). Nuclear cataract progresses slowly and can lead to greater impairment of distance vision, although close-up vision may improve. In its early ...click here to read more

Dementia risk is independently linked with sepsis, delirium, and acute dialysis among the elderly. The study looked at a random five percent of senior Medicare patients who were treated in intensive care in 2005. The participants were followed for three years. The study included 25,368 patients, and 4,519 of them were diagnosed with dementia. Older ...click here to read more

Acute cystitis (bladder infection), the sudden inflammation of the bladder, is more prevalent among women. The most common cause of acute cystitis is E.coli bacteria. Acute cystitis can also be referred to as a urinary tract infection (UTI). Acute cystitis causes and risk factors As mentioned, the most common cause of acute cystitis is the ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia risk may be reduced in elderly who take college courses, according to research. The Australian study looked at 359 participants who partook in a series of cognitive tests prior to completing a full year of college courses – either part-time or full-time. The participants were reassessed every year for three years. ...click here to read more

A recent study suggests that individuals who suffer from constipation are more likely to develop kidney disease. According to the study findings, the risk of kidney problems may be lowered by managing and treating constipation. The study looked at medical records of 3.5 million U.S. veterans with normal kidney function. The researchers found that those ...click here to read more

A new study found that too much iron can contribute to the onset of diabetes during pregnancy, adding to the debate over the necessity of iron supplementation for expecting women. The researchers found that women with the highest iron levels during their second trimester had double the risk of gestational diabetes, in comparison to women ...click here to read more

We are living in the “digital age”, that’s for sure. With screens everywhere you turn, it seems technology has become our go-to in virtually any daily task. TV screens, monitors, smartphone displays – it’s undeniable that we are constantly starring at some sort of screen. As a result of this huge leap in technology, there ...click here to read more

In dementia patients, social isolation may be tackled with assistive technology, like wearable GPS or mobile apps. Assistive technology is a product or gadget used for improving a person’s quality of life. Examples of assistive devices include an alarm clock or a television remote control. Any type or form of technology that improves the completion ...click here to read more

Hepatitis C infection in liver cirrhosis patients can be cured with investigational oral therapy. An advanced form of liver disease, cirrhosis can be caused by hepatitis C infection, alcoholism, autoimmune disease, and other strains of hepatitis, among other causes. Hepatitis C attacks the liver, leading to the formation of scar tissue. In its early stages, ...click here to read more

Heart disease risk is lowered with unsaturated fats and high-quality carbohydrates. The study found that replacing saturated fats with high-quality carbs had the biggest impact on reducing heart disease risk. No benefit was observed when the researchers replaced saturated fats with highly processed food. Study author and professor of nutrition Frank B. Hu explained, “Many ...click here to read more

Cystitis (bladder infection) treatment with non-antibiotic bladder infection therapies shows potential. Cystitis is commonly treated with antibiotics, but patients can still develop chronic bladder infections. Bladder infections can become life-threatening if the bacteria travel to the kidneys. The most common bacteria strain found in bladder infections is E.coli, and the rise in antibiotic resistant E.coli ...click here to read more

Heart medications may help treat Alzheimer’s disease by reducing plaque buildup in the brain’s blood vessels. Researcher Prof. Magnus Grenegård explained, “You should be careful not to draw any major conclusions from experimental studies, but we have certainly identified an interesting approach worth taking further.” The study revealed how the protein beta-amyloid sticks to the ...click here to read more